Aquatic Safety & Lifeguard Specialist

Navylifegl; Illinois; Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Navylifeglegl in the United States is seeking a lifeguard to safeguard lives at the pool and waterfront areas under CNIC oversight. The incumbent will support aquatic training and provide general installation support while enforcing rules and maintaining safety for patrons and staff.

The role requires knowledge of pool and waterfront safety, DoD/DON/CNIC policies, hazard identification, and effective communication. Experience in lifeguarding and radio operations is valued.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of pool and waterfront safety rules.
• Knowledge of DoD, DON and CNIC policies governing aquatic assessment testing and certifications.
• Ability to identify hazards and assist patrons immediately.
• Ability to enforce facility rules and communicate safety instructions.
• Proficiency in surf lifesaving and radio communications.

Responsibilities

• Provide lifeguard duties and safeguard lives at the assigned area.
• Assist with aquatic training and education at the installation.
• Enforce rules and communicate safety instructions to patrons.
• Coordinate with staff to ensure environmental health standards are met.

Skills

Pool safety

Waterfront safety

Hazard awareness

Water safety instruction

Public safety leadership

Job description

This position is assigned to the Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) Fitness, Sports, and Deployed Support Branch; Fleet Readiness; Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC).Incumbent provides lifeguard duties; is responsible for safeguarding the lives of persons at the assigned work area; assists with Aquatic training, education, and general support at the installation.

MWR Great Lakes, IL. Resumes must include information which demonstrates experience and knowledge, skills, and ability (KSAs) as they relate to this position. Applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing their experience level and KSAs.A qualified candidate must possess:KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION

• Knowledge of pool and waterfront safety rules.
• Knowledge of the beach environment, marine life, and beach and water hazards. (Waterfront Only)
• Knowledge of DoD, DON and CNIC policies and procedures governing aquatic assessment testing and certifications.
• Knowledge of applicable policies and procedures of MWR regarding the use of Aquatic facilities and waterfront operations.
• Knowledge of cash handling procedures.
• Ability to appropriately identify hazards or hazardous situations and identify a patron's need for assistance immediately.
• Ability to tactfully, but forcefully, provide instruction on water safety, facility rules and regulations, and enforce them.
• Ability to conduct routine safety inspections of the facility and pool area to ensure they me et environmental health standards.
• Knowledge of and ability to conduct pool chemical testing, document the results, and adjust chemical imbalances, as directed.
• Skilled or proficient in surf lifesaving techniques and radio communications to perform a safe and efficient rescue operation.
• Ability to exercise control over a large group of people.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.